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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raj, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Nitya Raj, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Raj graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Raj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raj’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Where did Dr. Raj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Raj speak?
Dr. Raj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Raj typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Raj diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Raj. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Raj typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nitya Raj may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Raj's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Raj accept my insurance?
Dr. Raj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raj accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Raj in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Raj's office located?
What is Dr. Raj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942526017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raj
What is Dr. Nitya Raj's specialty?
Dr. Raj is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Nitya Raj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raj is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nitya Raj accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nitya Raj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nitya Raj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nitya Raj?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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